Al Nebras International School vs Elite International School

	A Al Nebras International School Doha, Qatar	E Elite International School Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 30,000 - 40,000	Fees / year QAR 20,000 - 40,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 12 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 200	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2013	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Building 59, Street 123, Zone 69 – Fox Hills, Lusail. The campus features spacious, modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology. Abundant outdoor space supports play, discovery, and hands-on learning for each child.	Location Elite International School is located in Doha, Qatar. The campus address is Zone 56, Street 815, Building #1, Ain Khalid, Doha. It sits in the Ain Khalid area of Doha. The school can be reached by road from this residential neighbourhood.
Stages	Stages Pre-KG through Grade 12; Preschool Program, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary	Stages The school serves Preschool to Grade 12, covering Early Childhood (Preschool & PreK), Elementary (K to Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6 to 8), and High School (Grades 9 to 12). Starting Grade 6, boys and girls have separate classrooms.
School type	School type Montessori school	School type The school is private and coeducational. From Grade 6 onward, there are separate classrooms for boys and girls.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Public materials do not publish a pupil nationality mix or the local-to-international pupil ratio. The school's stated focus on Qatari identity and the existence of Arabic/Islamic coordination indicate local curriculum emphasis, but no public data on student nationalities is provided.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Public SEN provisions are not published on the school's public pages. The staff includes a Nurse and a Social Worker on the Student Affairs team, indicating health and welfare support on campus.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Qatar	Country affiliation The school operates in Qatar.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is indicated on public materials; an Arabic/Islamic/QH coordinator exists among staff, suggesting some Islamic studies are part of the curriculum.
School day structure	School day structure Sunday–Thursday, 7:00 am–3:00 pm	School day structure The school day opens with the gate at 6:30 am and assemblies/registration occur by 7:00 am, with the first lesson at 7:15 am. On Wednesdays, the school finishes at 12:15 pm. The campus is described as closed, with students staying on site until the end of the day.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details There is no dedicated school bus service published on the school's pages. Public transport in Doha includes the Metrolink feeder bus network that connects to Doha Metro stations (routes such as M141 and M143 have operated to service areas around the Religious Complex and other sites), with route updates reported in local transport coverage. Families may rely on Metrolink, private transport, or other arrangements.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Registration Fees An assessment fee of QAR 300 applies for Grade 1 and above. A registration fee of QAR 500 and a reservation fee of QAR 2,000 are also charged. Tuition Fees For the 2025/2026 academic year, annual tuition fees are: * Pre-K: QAR 30,000 * KG1–KG2: QAR 35,000 * Grades 1–2: QAR 40,000 * Grades 3–6: QAR 40,000 Books and Learning Materials * Pre-K and KG1–KG2: No book fees listed. * Grades 1–2: QAR 2,350 per year. * Grades 3–6: QAR 2,700 per year. Uniform Costs * Pre-K: QAR 500 * KG1–KG2: QAR 500 * Grades 1–2: QAR 1,000 * Grades 3–6: QAR 1,000 The payment amounts are: * Pre-K: QAR 14,500 then QAR 14,000 * KG1–KG2: QAR 17,500 then QAR 16,000 * Grades 1–2: QAR 20,850 then QAR 20,000 * Grades 3–6: QAR 21,200 then QAR 20,000 Boarding Fees The school does not offer boarding, and no boarding fees are listed. Refund Information Refund terms are not specified in the published fee schedule. Payment Methods Accepted payment methods are not specified in the available fee documentation.	Fee details Application & one‑time fees - Application fee (new applicants): QAR 55. - Entrance/examination fee (for Grade 1 and above): QAR 220 (non‑transferable, non‑refundable). - Registration fee (one‑off, payable on acceptance): QAR 2,200 (non‑transferable, non‑refundable). - Seat reservation / deposit (to hold a place): QAR 3,300; this amount is deducted from the first semester tuition but is non‑transferable and non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term) - Preschool / Pre‑K (Age 3–4): Annual QAR 20,000; per semester QAR 10,000 (two semesters). - Kindergarten (K): Annual QAR 25,000; per semester QAR 12,500. - Grades 1–6: Annual QAR 30,000; per semester QAR 15,000. - Grades 7–9: Annual QAR 35,000; per semester QAR 17,500. - Grades 10–12: Annual QAR 40,000. (The school publishes the annual tuition for Grades 10–12 as QAR 40,000; per‑term breakdown follows the school's term/semester billing described below.) Other mandatory and recurring fees - Books: Pre‑school/Pre‑K QAR 1,100; Kindergarten QAR 1,650; Grades 1–6 QAR 2,750; Grades 7–9 QAR 3,500. Books fees are charged separately and are non‑transferable/non‑refundable. - Transportation (optional): One‑way annual QAR 4,620 (per semester QAR 2,310); two‑way annual QAR 6,600 (per semester QAR 3,300). Transport fees must be paid in full by the due date. - Uniforms and supply lists: Uniforms and supply lists are specified and sold through the school; supply lists are published by stage. Uniform and supplies costs are additional to tuition and books. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing structure: Fees are billed by semester. The school's published payment schedule splits tuition into two semesters (Semester 1 + Semester 2) and sets due dates for each semester invoice. Semester amounts above are the school's published semester figures. - Due dates (example from the school's published schedule): First semester fees (including first semester tuition, books and transport where applicable) are due before the published first‑semester deadline; second semester fees are due before the published second‑semester deadline. The school's published form gives specific calendar deadlines for fee payment for the academic year. - Seat reservation and registration timing: The seat reservation fee and registration/entrance fees are payable at registration (seat reservation is taken off the first‑semester tuition). New and returning student registration payments must be made at registration to secure the place. - Late payment and returned cheques: Returned cheques must be settled in cash within two days of bank notice; outstanding balances may prevent issue of reports, certificates or exam entry. The school's form sets out cancellation rules and obligations tied to fee payment. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed for Elite International School (the school is operated as a day school); no boarding fees are published. Discounts and sibling policy - Sibling discount: A 5% discount is published for the third child from the same family (applies to tuition). Refund and cancellation rules - Non‑refundable items: Entrance/exam fee, registration fee and seat reservation fee are explicitly stated as non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Books fees are non‑refundable. - Cancellation liabilities: If registration is cancelled after the published deadlines or after the student has attended, specified semester fees, books fees and transport fees remain payable according to the school's cancellation rules. The school's fee form lists the exact conditions and deadlines that govern refunds and cancellations. Fee payment options and where payments are made - Payment at registration: The school's published fee form states that initial payments (seat reservation and registration) are made in cash at the Accounting/Finance Office at registration. Subsequent semester payments may be made by cash, cheque or electronic bank transfer. These payment methods are listed on the school's published fee form. Notes and important points (factual) - Tuition figures above are the school's published annual amounts by year group for the current/planned fee schedule and the school's published semester splits are used where provided. The school publishes separate charges for books, transport and uniforms; these are billed in addition to tuition. Sources used for the figures above: the school's published fee form and fee schedule as published in the school's admissions/fees materials and independent school‑fee databases that list Elite International School's 2025/2026 published fees.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Montessori education provides an extensive, hands-on, child-centered curriculum that supports development across academic, social, physical, and emotional domains. The school serves Pre-KG through Grade 12. The program rests on four pillars: cultivating excellence in all endeavors; universal values including self-respect, honesty, integrity, responsibility, empathy, compassion, kindness, peacefulness, a sense of concern for others, warmth, and community; the development of a global perspective and international understanding; and a lifelong commitment to serving those in need. The Montessori approach emphasizes individualized instruction and exploration guided by trained teachers who support students as they work at their own pace within a prepared environment. Classrooms nurture a sense of community and cooperation, with older students mentoring younger peers and an inclusive atmosphere that welcomes learners of all abilities.	Curriculum details The school follows the American curriculum. The school serves Preschool to Grade 12. It is QNSA accredited since 2013. Starting Grade 6, boys and girls have separate classrooms. Library Media Centers feature English, Arabic, and French resources. The school offers enrichment opportunities to empower students and help them reach their highest potential.
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Al Nebras International School (The Montessori Way) operates a Montessori program founded in 2013, focusing on a Montessori learning environment. It currently serves students aged 3–5, and a new state‑of‑the‑art building in Fox Hills Lusail will cater to Pre‑Kindergarten through Grade 12. The Montessori Method is student‑centered, with hands‑on, experiential learning; students choose activities and progress at their own pace under trained Montessori teachers. The Admissions Process is designed to find the best fit for both student and school and includes: Schedule an Information Session to learn about the Montessori Method, view facilities, and ask questions; Submit an online application through the website; Participate in an interview with the child to understand strengths and areas for growth; Enrollment follows for accepted applicants with information on enrollment steps and fees (fee list is available).	Admissions 1. Review admissions information and contact the Administration Office during operating hours. The office is open from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, and you can reach the school at 449 811 33 or 449 811 55. The school is located in Doha, Qatar. 2. Submit the Enrollment Application for the 2025-26 academic year. The Enrollment Application Form 2025-26 is available for download and submission, guiding the entry process for prospective students. 3. For Preschool through Grade 5 applicants, complete the Entrance Exam Application Form for Preschool to Grade 5. This form initiates the testing component of admissions for early years and primary levels. 4. Provide the appropriate recommendations. There is a Recommendation Form for Preschool to K and a separate Recommendation Form for Grades 1 to 5, which should be submitted as part of the application package. 5. Submit the Parents Questionnaire for Preschool to Grade 5. This questionnaire accompanies the application and helps the school understand the applicant's context and needs. 6. Submit the Undertaking Prior to Entrance Exam. The undertaking is a preparatory document for families before the entrance assessment. 7. Ensure enrollment documentation is complete for 2025-26. The Enrollment Application for 2025-26 should be included as part of the final submission package. 8. Review the fee schedule and related materials for the 2025-26 academic year. Fees for Academic Year 2025-26, Uniforms, and the Supply List for 2025-26 (Preschool to K, Elementary, Middle School, and High School) are provided to guide financial planning and required purchases.
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